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......35 Snapshot...36 Motion Detect...37 SD Card...38 Maintenance...39 Admin...39 System...40 Firmware Upgrade...41 Status...42 Device Info...42 Log...43 D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 3 Table of Contents Table of Contents Manual Overview...2 Manual Revisions...2 Trademarks...2 Product Overview...5 Package Contents...5 System Requirements...5 Introduction...6 Features...7 Hardware Overview...8 Front View...
......35 Snapshot...36 Motion Detect...37 SD Card...38 Maintenance...39 Admin...39 System...40 Firmware Upgrade...41 Status...42 Device Info...42 Log...43 D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 3 Table of Contents Table of Contents Manual Overview...2 Manual Revisions...2 Trademarks...2 Product Overview...5 Package Contents...5 System Requirements...5 Introduction...6 Features...7 Hardware Overview...8 Front View...
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Table of Contents Wireless Security...44 What is WEP?...44 What is WPA?...45 Configuring the DCS-942L with a Router...46 Troubleshooting...52 Wireless Basics...55 Wireless Modes...59 Networking Basics...60 Check your IP address...60 Statically Assign an IP Address...61 Technical Specifications...62 Contacting Technical Support...64 Warranty...65 Registration...71 D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 4
Table of Contents Wireless Security...44 What is WEP?...44 What is WPA?...45 Configuring the DCS-942L with a Router...46 Troubleshooting...52 Wireless Basics...55 Wireless Modes...59 Networking Basics...60 Check your IP address...60 Statically Assign an IP Address...61 Technical Specifications...62 Contacting Technical Support...64 Warranty...65 Registration...71 D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 4
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... • PC with 1.3GHz or above • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n/g wireless network D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 5 System Requirements • Computer with your reseller. Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day & Night Home Network Camera Camera Stand and Mounting Kit Camera CAT5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter...
... • PC with 1.3GHz or above • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n/g wireless network D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 5 System Requirements • Computer with your reseller. Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day & Night Home Network Camera Camera Stand and Mounting Kit Camera CAT5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter...
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... PC/Notebook over your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11n/g wireless network. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 6 Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-942L is a versatile and unique solution for your purchase of the DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day & Night Home Network Camera. The simple installation and ...integration with your local network or through the Internet via a web browser. The DCS-942L is a complete system with remote monitoring and motion detection features for security and surveillance. The DCS-942L also comes with a built-in CPU and web server that transmits high quality...
... PC/Notebook over your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11n/g wireless network. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 6 Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-942L is a versatile and unique solution for your purchase of the DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day & Night Home Network Camera. The simple installation and ...integration with your local network or through the Internet via a web browser. The DCS-942L is a complete system with remote monitoring and motion detection features for security and surveillance. The DCS-942L also comes with a built-in CPU and web server that transmits high quality...
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... Internet. Remote Monitoring Utility The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for other browsers such as PC frame grabber cards. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 7 This means you to view and connect to 32 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots. Broad Range of ...such as Firefox® and Safari®. IR LED for remote monitoring. Product Overview Features Simple to 16 feet (5 meters). The DCS-942L works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments, and works with a built-in infrared...
... Internet. Remote Monitoring Utility The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for other browsers such as PC frame grabber cards. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 7 This means you to view and connect to 32 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots. Broad Range of ...such as Firefox® and Safari®. IR LED for remote monitoring. Product Overview Features Simple to 16 feet (5 meters). The DCS-942L works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments, and works with a built-in infrared...
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Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR) for motion detection IR Sensor IR LED Camera Lens Microphone D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 8 Section 1 -
Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR) for motion detection IR Sensor IR LED Camera Lens Microphone D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 8 Section 1 -
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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View Micro SD card slot D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 9
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View Micro SD card slot D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 9
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Section 1 - Product Overview Rear View Headphone/ Speaker Jack Power Receptor Ethernet Port Power LED Reset WPS LED WPS Button Camera Stand D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 10
Section 1 - Product Overview Rear View Headphone/ Speaker Jack Power Receptor Ethernet Port Power LED Reset WPS LED WPS Button Camera Stand D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 10
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Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the top panel at the rear of the DCS-942L and connect it to your wall outlet or power strip. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 11 Section 2 - Installation Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the DC Power receptor located on the DCS-942L is confirmed when the green LED Power Indicator located back on the rear panel of the DCS-942L and attach it to the network. Power is illuminated.
Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the top panel at the rear of the DCS-942L and connect it to your wall outlet or power strip. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 11 Section 2 - Installation Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the DC Power receptor located on the DCS-942L is confirmed when the green LED Power Indicator located back on the rear panel of the DCS-942L and attach it to the network. Power is illuminated.
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... a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Try to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 12 each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your wireless connection may weaken the wireless signal. Materials and objects...base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in your Network Camera) - Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link Wireless Network Camera lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through drywall ...
... a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Try to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 12 each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter's range from your wireless connection may weaken the wireless signal. Materials and objects...base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in your Network Camera) - Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link Wireless Network Camera lets you are using a wireless connection from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through drywall ...
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D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 13 The CD-ROM will guide you through the Installation Wizard, which will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Installation Camera Installation Wizard Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your camera. Simply click Start to go through the installation process from connecting your hardware to configuring your computer's CD drive to start the autorun program. Section 2 -
D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 13 The CD-ROM will guide you through the Installation Wizard, which will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Installation Camera Installation Wizard Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your camera. Simply click Start to go through the installation process from connecting your hardware to configuring your computer's CD drive to start the autorun program. Section 2 -
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... Setup (WPS). On some routers, you may need to log in to the web interface and click on an on your router's User Manual. The DCS-942L will flash and your router. Section 2 - Push Button Setup Alternatively, you may create a connection to your camera will blink. If you are not sure where... your router, please refer to activate the WPS feature. Step 2 Press the WPS button on -screen button to your router within 60 seconds. WPS Button D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 14
... Setup (WPS). On some routers, you may need to log in to the web interface and click on an on your router's User Manual. The DCS-942L will flash and your router. Section 2 - Push Button Setup Alternatively, you may create a connection to your camera will blink. If you are not sure where... your router, please refer to activate the WPS feature. Step 2 Press the WPS button on -screen button to your router within 60 seconds. WPS Button D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 14
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mydlink Portal mydlink Portal After registering your DCS-942L camera with a mydlink account in to your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. You will see a screen similar to remotely access your mydlink account, you will be able to the following: D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 15 Section 3 - After signing in the Camera Installation Wizard.
mydlink Portal mydlink Portal After registering your DCS-942L camera with a mydlink account in to your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. You will see a screen similar to remotely access your mydlink account, you will be able to the following: D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 15 Section 3 - After signing in the Camera Installation Wizard.
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... see the online status of each of the following : • Check to make sure that the Internet connection to your camera is lit solid green. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 16 If your camera is offline, try the following : A green checkmark indicates that your camera is online and ready to access your camera...
... see the online status of each of the following : • Check to make sure that the Internet connection to your camera is lit solid green. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 16 If your camera is offline, try the following : A green checkmark indicates that your camera is online and ready to access your camera...
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Video will be displayed. If the camera is available, a Live Video feed will be selected by default. mydlink Portal Live Video In the main part of the screen, the Live Video tab will be shown at VGA resolution (640x480) if viewing your camera from a PC on the same local network, or at QVGA resolution (320x240) if viewing your camera from a PC on a remote network. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 17 Section 3 -
Video will be displayed. If the camera is available, a Live Video feed will be selected by default. mydlink Portal Live Video In the main part of the screen, the Live Video tab will be shown at VGA resolution (640x480) if viewing your camera from a PC on the same local network, or at QVGA resolution (320x240) if viewing your camera from a PC on a remote network. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 17 Section 3 -
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Download the VLC file from WEB site. 2. mydlink Portal NOTE: If using non-IE browsers to view the camera web manager, in order to have all functions working properly, make sure VLC Mozilla plug-in and Java JRE are both installed in " to install the components. 4. Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. Enable the "Mozilla plug-in your computer. 1. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18 Section 3 - Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in the browser.
Download the VLC file from WEB site. 2. mydlink Portal NOTE: If using non-IE browsers to view the camera web manager, in order to have all functions working properly, make sure VLC Mozilla plug-in and Java JRE are both installed in " to install the components. 4. Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. Enable the "Mozilla plug-in your computer. 1. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18 Section 3 - Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in the browser.
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... camera. Support: This section provides you to log in to help you can change your product. Camera Password: Displays the current password for you with links to various support websites and downloads related to mydlink. Clicking on the Show Password checkbox will open the Maintenance > Admin page where you identify it... that your device. Clicking on the Device Name will open a window for your device. MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of your camera's configuration interface. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 19
... camera. Support: This section provides you to log in to help you can change your product. Camera Password: Displays the current password for you with links to various support websites and downloads related to mydlink. Clicking on the Show Password checkbox will open the Maintenance > Admin page where you identify it... that your device. Clicking on the Device Name will open a window for your device. MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of your camera's configuration interface. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 19
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... in the Installation Wizard. To log in Web configuration utility is blank. The camera's built-in , use your DCS-942L. At the end of the wizard, click Go To Camera, or enter the IP address of your password, click OK. After entering your camera into a web browser. Section 4 - Configuration D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 20
... in the Installation Wizard. To log in Web configuration utility is blank. The camera's built-in , use your DCS-942L. At the end of the wizard, click Go To Camera, or enter the IP address of your password, click OK. After entering your camera into a web browser. Section 4 - Configuration D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 20
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Section 4 - Configuration Please make sure that you have the latest version of Java application installed on your computer to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java mode. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 21 The Java application can be downloaded free from the camera is displayed upon logging into the camera's web interface. Live Video A Live Video from Sun's web site (http://www.java.com).
Section 4 - Configuration Please make sure that you have the latest version of Java application installed on your computer to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java mode. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 21 The Java application can be downloaded free from the camera is displayed upon logging into the camera's web interface. Live Video A Live Video from Sun's web site (http://www.java.com).
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... camera's recording function. Full Screen button Snapshot button Video recording button Storage folder button Listen button Talk button IR LED On/Off button Zoom buttons D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 22 S ends audio from the camera's microphone through to the speakers connected to manual IR) Zooms in the folder specified using the Storage...
... camera's recording function. Full Screen button Snapshot button Video recording button Storage folder button Listen button Talk button IR LED On/Off button Zoom buttons D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 22 S ends audio from the camera's microphone through to the speakers connected to manual IR) Zooms in the folder specified using the Storage...